The Research Technology Advisory Committee shall advise the CIO and the Provost on
technologies and issues related to academic research; will advise the ITS Director
of Research Technologies on research technology initiatives; shall develop and review
research technology standards, guidelines, and policies; shall advise on priorities
for academic research technology initiatives; provide a forum for investigation and
advises on new research technologies, and facilitate communications regarding academic
research computing initiatives.

Composition

Representatives from many colleges and Research Institutes, and the Vice Provost for
Research. The chair is appointed by the Provost, 2-year term. The Director of Research
Technologies works with the Chair to establish the agenda and to facilitate coordination
with other IT initiatives and groups.

Member role

To provide input on behalf of constituents; to disseminate technology related research
information; to assist in implementing IT policy and procedures; to make recommendations
with a University perspective. The committee meets regularly throughout the academic
year.

Advisory Path

Policy to the IT Policy & Planning Council; advisory to the ITS Director of Research,
CIO and Provost.